Caterpillar C15 2005
Vehicle Details: Recalls, Investigations, Service Bulletins
Below you will find all available information on the 2005 CATERPILLAR C15.
| Manufacturer | Known WMI(s) | Fuel Type |
|---|---|---|
| CATERPILLAR |
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Are there recalls for the 2005 CATERPILLAR C15?
- There are 1 recall(s) for the 2005 CATERPILLAR C15, additional information is below.
Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.
- SEBD-6881 - ENGINE (PWS): Caterpillar(cat): information being provided regarding the accessories and new turbo chargers, replacement and overhaul of variable valve actuator assembly on certain high horsepower truck engines and on highway truck engines. Models c11,
- TIB-6146 - FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL: Caterpillar: there is thread damage to the temperature sensor and diesel filter ports. *rm
- SB-SMCS-5502 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL: Caterpillar: new improved air lines for air compressors. New air compressors groups are used for all engines. The changes include steel braided hose and new fittings that will add improved life and reliability to the parts. Model engine
- TIB-U- 5301-01 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL: Caterpillar:oil emulsion: a thick mixture of engine oil and crankcase moisture that adheres to internal engine surfaces. Model and model years unknown. *pe
- PS-42852 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL: Caterpillar engine: existing components on the regeneration system can fail causing the system to not regenerate properly. Model and model years unknown. *pe
Engine fires investigation # PE05049
The opening of this investigation was based on two issues, the firstbeing a product improvement program (pip) released by caterpillar (pi30821) relating to an oil line leak on certain c15 engines that can occur at the right rear turbo-charger side of the engine.This pip includes a letter sent to owners of the c15 engines that states that the manufacturer "urges" the owner to have the service performed "for your added safety and satisfaction".The second issue was a report forwarded to odi from a fire investigator in canada.This investigator reported that he had investigated a fire on a 2005 model year kenworth t800 with a caterpillar c15 engine.The investigation found the fire originated at the right rear of the engine compartment.Photographs of the burned vehicle were forwarded with the report.As a result of odithe opening of this investigation was based on two issues, the firstbeing a product improvement program (pip) released by caterpillar (pi30821) relating to an oil line leak on certain c15 engines that can occur at the right rear turbo-charger side of the engine.This pip includes a letter sent to owners of the c15 engines that states that the manufacturer "urges" the owner to have the service performed "for your added safety and satisfaction".The second issue was a report forwarded to odi from a fire investigator in canada.This investigator reported that he had investigated a fire on a 2005 model year kenworth t800 with a caterpillar c15 engine.The investigation found the fire originated at the right rear of the engine compartment.Photographs of the burned vehicle were forwarded with the report.As a result of odi¿s investigation, caterpillar has agreed to convert the pip toa safety recall.The recall remedy will involve the addition of a clip that will prevent vva line abrasion and the replacement of the vva line if inspections shows signs of wear.The vehicle manufacturers ( freightliner, western star, and paccar) will be notifified by caterpillar.A copy of caterpillars recall is attached.A copy of the recall is attached.Caterpillars action resolves the issues raised by this investigation and, therefore, this investigation is closed.